Queen Elizabeth Scholars from Tanzania Learn Lessons in Resilience
July 7, 2021
VIU Master of Sustainable Leisure Management graduates conducted their research remotely this year due to the pandemic. The three final international participants of Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Queen Elizabeth Scholarship (QES) program will graduate this summer –... Read more
Starting Over and Making a Difference in Canada
July 3, 2021
Alumnus Charlton Mapayi's storyComing to Canada in his mid-40s from Harare, Zimbabwe, where he worked in sales and marketing, Charlton Mapayi found himself looking for a new career after failing to find work in this field. Applying for position after position to no avail, he decided... Read more
VIU classes back in session Wednesday, June 30, 2021
June 29, 2021
All VIU classes are running tomorrow, Wednesday, June 30, at all campuses and online as per normal. Temperatures are expected to return to normal summer conditions. Classes were cancelled on Monday, June 28 and Tuesday, June 29 due to extreme heat. Read more
VIU classes cancelled Tuesday, June 29, 2021, due to extreme heat
June 28, 2021
Vancouver Island University (VIU) will be cancelling classes on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, as the extreme heat wave is expected to continue.While classes will NOT be in session tomorrow, students and employees are welcome to come to campus to take respite from the heat.... Read more
VIU Classes Cancelled Monday, June 28 Due to Extreme Heat
June 27, 2021
Vancouver Island University (VIU) will be cancelling classes on Monday, June 28, 2021, due to extreme heat. Vancouver Island is currently experiencing a heat wave, with extremely high temperatures in the forecast for tomorrow.While classes will NOT be in session tomorrow, students... Read more
Indigenous Youth Exploring Issues through VIU Art-based Literacy Project
June 23, 2021
VIU community-engaged research team working with youth to use art as a conduit for self-care, language learning and as a relationship-building tool.A team of Vancouver Island University (VIU) community-engaged researchers is working with Indigenous youth on a project that is... Read more
Summer Camp Makes Transition to University Easier for Indigenous Students
June 22, 2021
The camp, which includes a blend of online and in-person activities, is organized by the VIU ‘su’luqw’a’ Community Cousins Aboriginal mentorship program.A free summer camp for Indigenous youth in Grades 7-12 will connect students with culture, build community and make the transition... Read more
VIU Invites Community to Learn about Sustainable Development through Online Game
June 22, 2021
VIU receives $100,000 from the Government of Canada’s Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program to continue promoting and advancing goals at the University.What would you do if you were in charge of a country? How would you balance the needs of your people against creating a... Read more
VIU Media Highlights: June 8 - June 21, 2021
June 21, 2021
A roundup of VIU students and employees in the news. News StoriesTop Performing article for the last two weeks:CBC.ca: Virtual Ceremony Officially Welcomes Judith Sayers as Vancouver Island University Chancellor. Based on VIU News Release; reach: 7.38 million... Read more
Building a University Where All Belong: VIU Chancellor Shares Her Vision with Community
June 17, 2021
VIU Chancellor Kekinusuqs, Dr. Judith Sayers, was formally bestowed with the duties of office in an online ceremony on June 17, 2021.Making university a place where all can explore, learn, innovate and excel equally, regardless of background or financial circumstances, is what... Read more
VIU Voices
Here you will find helpful information about new initiatives at VIU, process and policies changes that affect how we work, stories about the people who make up this fantastic community and examples of the life-changing work our employees undertake on a regular basis.